USS Constitution 1:70 Scratch

[mtbediz1]

The mizzen royal and topgallant yard braces are now rigged. There are no blocks on these yards for the braces. The standing ends are secured to the ends of the respective yards, while the running ends pass through double blocks previously attached to the aft side of the main topmast trestletrees. From there, the brace lines run down to deck level and are belayed to the pins on the main fife rail.

 

[mtbediz1]

I have read this building report. Very impressive! High level of craftmanship

Thanks for stopping by, I'm glad you liked it.

 

[Der Alte Rentner]

You're on the home stretch now, Mustafa! While I continue to get sidetracked with research into pesky details, you just march along. One of those details may be addressed in on of your next posts, as I'm considering the construction of the stern bumpkins

Impressive, excellent workmanship as always..

 

[mtbediz1]

You're on the home stretch now, Mustafa! While I continue to get sidetracked with research into pesky details, you just march along. One of those details may be addressed in on of your next posts, as I'm considering the construction of the stern bumpkins

Impressive, excellent workmanship as always..

Instead of focusing on whole detail, I prefer to concentrate only on the next step. That way, I don’t let the work become tedious. I also make the necessary parts or materials only when I need them, which keeps me away from repetitive, boring tasks. My advice to you would be to fix the masts in place right away, attach the shrouds, and start the rigging. As they say, starting is half the battle and rigging is actually much more enjoyable than you might think.

 

[Der Alte Rentner]

I was adding the trestles to the main mast today and got the pendants started. When I get back to the shipyard next week, I'll be doing exactly what you suggested - rigging the shrouds.